Student Consumer Information

STUDENT CONSUMER INFORMATION

The New Hampshire Institute of Art has developed the Student Consumer Information page in order to provide students with one comprehensive resource to policy and procedures of NHIA. If you have questions, please contact us at 603-623-0313.

New Hampshire Institute of Art is a private, non-profit educational institution which maintains a policy of equal opportunity for all. NHIA does not discriminate in its admission or employment policies and practices on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, national origin, disability or status as a veteran. NHIA complies with all federal and state legislation and regulations regarding non-discrimination.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Accreditation and Membership
The New Hampshire Department of Education Commission on Higher Education has approved the New Hampshire Institute of Art for degree-granting authority for the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Master of Arts in Art Education, Master of Teaching Visual Arts, and Master of Fine Arts.The State of New Hampshire Board of Education approves the Art Education Teacher Preparation Programs. Both the New England Association of Schools and Colleges through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NEASC) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) accredit the New Hampshire Institute of Art.

NHIA Course Supply InformationBlick U Course Supply Lists
NHIA has partnered with Dick Blick Art Materials to provide direct access to course supply lists, students may choose to purchase supplies direct from www.dickblick.com, or they may purchase course supplies at the retailer of their choice. Questions regarding course supplies should be directed to course faculty or Department Chairpersons.

NHIA Course Textbook Information
Textbook information is distributed by the Office of Academic Affairs prior to the start of each semester. Students may purchase course textbooks at the retailer of their choice. Questions regarding course textbooks should be directed to the Office of Academic Affairs or Department Chairpersons.

Student Computers
NHIA does not require students to purchase computers, instead students are provided with a brand-new Mac laptop in their freshman year that will become theirs to keep upon graduation.

Definition of a Credit Hour
NHIA strictly awards credit based on the federal definition of a credit hour: “a credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than – (1) One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out of class student work each week for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester or trimester hour of credit, or ten to twelve weeks for one quarter hour of credit, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time; or (2) At least an equivalent amount of work as required in paragraph (1) of this definition for other academic activities as established by the institution including laboratory work, internships, practica, studio work, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours.”

Tuition Management Plans
NHIA has partnered with Tuition Management Systems (TMS) to provide the student/parent with the option to make payments through a payment plan. A ten-month plan (July - April) and a 9-month plan (August - April) are offered for the full academic year. A five-month plan is offered for a single semester, July - November (fall semester) & December - April (spring semester). A twelve-month plan is also offered for re-enrolling TMS Payment Plan students.

STUDENT OUTCOMES

The faculty of the New Hampshire Institute of Art have identified five Institutional Learning Outcomes, which describe the skills and essential knowledge that all students will achieve through the college’s academic programs.Click here to view them.

VOTER REGISTRATION

HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION

Student Health
NHIA does not operate a Health Clinic on campus, but has established relationships with a number of local health care providers. There is also a nurse available three days a week with limited hours. When a student has a problem, they can contact the Student Affairs Department who will suggest health care providers in the area. Please refer to the student handbook for additional information.

Health Insurance
NHIA requires all students to have health insurance and provide proof of such insurance upon enrollment. NHIA also provides low-cost, high quality health insurance for purchase by students who currently do not have health insurance. Further information can be found by contacting Student Affairs at 603-836-2527.

Academic Accommodations
It is the policy of the NHIA to make every effort, when possible and practical, to accommodate the needs of students with documented disabilities. If you have a special need, please contact the Academic Support Center.

Students can subscribe to the NHIA text service for announcements about weather or other cancellations and delays.Subscribe by texting NHINSTITUTE to 41411.

The New Hampshire Institute of Art has developed the Student Consumer Information page in order to provide students with one comprehensive resource to policy and procedures of NHIA. If you have questions, please contact us at 603-623-0313.